CV help

HawMan · 03-11-2008, 06:41 PM

Hey guys,

Time for me to get my first job ( Rather Nerve-racking ) and ive just put together my first CV.

Im just wondering if you guys could check it out to see if there is any way i can improve it.

Thanks

Quote:

PERSONAL DETAILS
NAME Liam Craigens

HOME ADDRESS xxx

LIVING ADDRESS xxx

TELE NUMBER xxx
EMAIL ADD: xxx

PROFILE

I am a enthusiastic and reliable individual who enjoys working on computers in my spare time. I enjoy working as a team and I can communicate very well with other people.
I am keen to find work that involves being around computer systems.

SKILLS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

• IT skills (Microsoft office, Excel) along with a basic knowledge of HTML.
• Able to fix most problems with PC’s and maintain and build PC’s
• Great knowledge of health and safety when working on computers
• Able to work as a team or on my own
• Excellent attendance and timekeeping
• Always looking to learn new skills and knowledge
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with people at all levels.
• Excellent Communication skills.

EDUCATION

2007-2008 - Stevenson College Edinburgh, Scotland
NQ Advanced computing – Pass

2002-2007 - Forrester High School Edinburgh, Scotland

Highers
Int 1 Computing (B), Maths (B), English (C)
Int 2 Chemistry (B)

Standard Grades
English – General 4
Computing – General 4
Chemistry - Credit 2
Physics – General 3
Music - Credit 2
Maths – Foundation 5
German – General 3
Geography - Credit 2

Activities and interests

I enjoy working on computers, diagnosing computer faults and upgrading components. I also enjoy going out and listening to music.

**ashumann12** · 03-11-2008, 09:04 PM

Looks Good. I take it that a CV is your equivalent of a resume?

Have any job experience to list?

**Cellus** · 03-14-2008, 08:36 PM

CVs ("Curriculum Vitaes") tend to be used over resumes outside of North America. About.com has a short little blurb about it here regarding the differences, and when to use them. You can also find more information on how to write CVs, as well as samples, from the link above.

A few things to clean it up and make it more professional-looking:

Replace "PROFILE" with "OBJECTIVE". Profiles are primarily useful for those who have built a working profile, however if you lack work experience it tends to look thin and lackluster. Write your job and career objectives (eg. "seeking experience in the [insert industry/market here]...", "...pursuing a career in [insert career here]"). Write what you want to achieve in the short and long term. Keep in mind you do not have any actual work experience, so it is important to show your enthusiasm and energy to working in general.

"...computers..." and "...computer systems." Pick a term and use it consistently (eg: "...enjoy working with computers...", "being exposed to computers.")

Change "...communicate very well with other people." to "...possess excellent communication skills." or "...communicate very well with people."

"SKILLS AND ACHIEVEMENTS". Where are the achievements listed? If you have achievements, even if they are extra-curricular, make sure to include them or leave out the "ACHIEVEMENTS" blurb.

If you possess volunteer experience... include it! Volunteer experience goes a long way, far more than people realize. This is doubly true if you lack actual work experience. Write it down!

Last but not least, do not over-embellish. It is a horrible tendency most people fall into, both for CVs and resumes. Only embellish if you can back it up.

And remember, potential employers will know you do not have work experience, so don't fluff your feathers too much.

Where are you thinking of applying?

~~Mike Brown~~ · 03-18-2008, 04:21 AM

Hi Craig,

I am a recruiter and your CV is very well presented. The only critisicm i would have is your personal profile is not long enough. it is the only way people will be able to find out about you, so go into as much detail as possible!

Good luck

Mike

**ashumann12** · 03-18-2008, 09:35 AM

Wow, how fortuitous! I now find myself needing a resume to apply for a truck driving job! I know sounds odd but I have not done one in almost 20 yrs!

03-11-2008, 09:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
ashumann12 TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alabama-usa Posts: 3,945 OS: Vista Ultimate SP1 (64bit) My System Blog Entries: 1	Re: CV help Looks Good. I take it that a CV is your equivalent of a resume? Have any job experience to list? __________________ Adam Sr. Last edited by ashumann12; 03-11-2008 at 09:05 PM.

03-14-2008, 08:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
Cellus Moderator Networking Team Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,664 OS: Windows Vista Business SP1, Windows XP Professional SP3 My System	Re: CV help CVs ("Curriculum Vitaes") tend to be used over resumes outside of North America. About.com has a short little blurb about it here regarding the differences, and when to use them. You can also find more information on how to write CVs, as well as samples, from the link above. A few things to clean it up and make it more professional-looking: Replace "PROFILE" with "OBJECTIVE". Profiles are primarily useful for those who have built a working profile, however if you lack work experience it tends to look thin and lackluster. Write your job and career objectives (eg. "seeking experience in the [insert industry/market here]...", "...pursuing a career in [insert career here]"). Write what you want to achieve in the short and long term. Keep in mind you do not have any actual work experience, so it is important to show your enthusiasm and energy to working in general. "...computers..." and "...computer systems." Pick a term and use it consistently (eg: "...enjoy working with computers...", "being exposed to computers.") Change "...communicate very well with other people." to "...possess excellent communication skills." or "...communicate very well with people." "SKILLS AND ACHIEVEMENTS". Where are the achievements listed? If you have achievements, even if they are extra-curricular, make sure to include them or leave out the "ACHIEVEMENTS" blurb. If you possess volunteer experience... include it! Volunteer experience goes a long way, far more than people realize. This is doubly true if you lack actual work experience. Write it down! Last but not least, do not over-embellish. It is a horrible tendency most people fall into, both for CVs and resumes. Only embellish if you can back it up. And remember, potential employers will know you do not have work experience, so don't fluff your feathers too much. Where are you thinking of applying? __________________ TSF Networking Team Virus/Trojan/Spyware Removal Help Donate! Last edited by Cellus; 03-14-2008 at 08:38 PM.

03-18-2008, 04:21 AM	#4 (permalink)
~~Mike Brown~~ Troubled Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 1 OS: Win XP SP2	Re: CV help Hi Craig, I am a recruiter and your CV is very well presented. The only critisicm i would have is your personal profile is not long enough. it is the only way people will be able to find out about you, so go into as much detail as possible! Good luck Mike

03-18-2008, 09:35 AM	#5 (permalink)
ashumann12 TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alabama-usa Posts: 3,945 OS: Vista Ultimate SP1 (64bit) My System Blog Entries: 1	Re: CV help Wow, how fortuitous! I now find myself needing a resume to apply for a truck driving job! I know sounds odd but I have not done one in almost 20 yrs! __________________ Adam Sr.